Neuropathology Quiz

What is a primary characteristic of neurodegenerative diseases?

• Smaller Ventricles

• Bigger Gyri, Smaller Sulci

• Bigger Sulci, Smaller Gyri

• Increased brain size

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Which protein is commonly associated with Alzheimer's disease?

• Hemoglobin

• Insulin

• Amyloid beta

• Actin

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Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected in Parkinson's disease?

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Acetylcholine

• GABA

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Overt Dissociative identity disorder primarily involves:

• Memory loss

• Multiple distinct identities

• High blood pressure

• Insomnia

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Schizophrenia is associated with increased levels of what Neurotransmitter?

• acetylcholine
• norepinephrine
• serotonin
• dopamine

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What is the typical progression pattern of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)?

• Improvement over time

• Rapid recovery with treatment

• Gradual worsening of symptoms

• Immediate severe disability

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Which type of stroke is caused by a blocked blood vessel?

• Hemorrhagic stroke

• Ischemic stroke

• Transient ischemic attack

• Cerebral aneurysm

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Explain how prion diseases are typically transmitted.

• Through respiratory droplets

• By consuming infected tissue

• Through skin contact

• By genetic inheritance

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What pathological role does the protein Tau play in the development of Alzheimer Disease?

• It decreases in the brain, preventing damage

• It helps regenerate brain cells

• It forms harmful tangles in the brain

• It protects the brain from injury

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Discuss the impact of dopamine deficiency in Parkinson's disease on motor function.

• It leads to improved coordination

• It affects difficulty in gross motor functions

• It causes tremors and difficulty in fine motion

• It enhances muscle strength

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